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Ford KA

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,299 cc

T985 WABMOT history

T985 WAB is a blue petrol Ford KA first used on 25 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 54,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2023
Mileage
54,656 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T985 WAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,299 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T985 WAB was last recorded at 54,656 miles on 19 Aug 2022, 2,380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,276 miles · 16 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
2,380 miles
Average per year
1,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 54,656 miles
  • 2021 – 52,276 miles
  • 2020 – 51,106 miles
  • 2019 – 49,789 miles
  • 2018 – 47,500 miles
  • 2017 – 45,564 miles
  • 2016 – 43,693 miles
  • 2015 – 43,081 miles
  • 2014 – 42,495 miles
  • 2013 – 41,576 miles
  • 2012 – 40,269 miles
  • 2011 – 38,512 miles
  • 2010 – 37,184 miles
  • 2009 – 35,959 miles
  • 2008 – 34,234 miles
  • 2007 – 32,555 miles
  • 2006 – 30,471 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,656 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,656 miles (+2,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    54,656 miles
    Test number
    609941802986
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass52,276 miles (+1,170)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    52,276 miles
    Test number
    156205622153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass51,106 miles (+1,317)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    51,106 miles
    Test number
    561343326751
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and joint and rear box rusty (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body sill slight rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side in tread and side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass49,789 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    49,789 miles
    Test number
    774470385515
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail49,780 miles (+2,280)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,780 miles
    Test number
    480308158199
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength At seal within 30cm of front subframe fixings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at rear axle mount point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg behind rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass47,500 miles (+1,936)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    47,500 miles
    Test number
    967550627845
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass45,564 miles (+1,871)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    45,564 miles
    Test number
    494195997575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryMovement in rear top mounts

  8. Pass43,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    43,693 miles
    Test number
    649410076429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail43,693 miles (+612)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,693 miles
    Test number
    762304996596
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  10. Pass43,081 miles (+586)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    43,081 miles
    Test number
    980508095035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass42,495 miles (+919)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    42,495 miles
    Test number
    895272054237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass41,576 miles (+1,307)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    41,576 miles
    Test number
    857573953260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass40,269 miles (+1,757)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    40,269 miles
    Test number
    169068342238
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass38,512 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    38,512 miles
    Test number
    319067431417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished

  15. Fail38,512 miles (+1,328)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,512 miles
    Test number
    739467831226
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished

  16. Pass37,184 miles (+1,225)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    37,184 miles
    Test number
    211952350211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,959 miles (+1,725)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    35,959 miles
    Test number
    183238659276
    • NoteCut in tread offside front tyre
    • NoteDeep cut in tread nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall perished

  18. Pass34,234 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    34,234 miles
    Test number
    311450358439
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Fail34,233 miles (+1,678)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,233 miles
    Test number
    681679448285
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass32,555 miles (+2,084)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,555 miles
    Test number
    341089447473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,471 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    30,471 miles
    Test number
    840592246266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear brake performance low

Questions about T985 WAB

Does T985 WAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T985 WAB expired on 20 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T985 WAB?
The MOT on T985 WAB expired on 20 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T985 WAB done?
T985 WAB was recorded at 54,656 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2022, an average of 1,514 miles a year.
Has T985 WAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T985 WAB has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on T985 WAB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T985 WAB find?
T985 WAB passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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